Dufour 382 Grand Large vs Dufour 385 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 382 Grand Large | Dufour 385 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Dufour |
| Year | 2014–2018 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 11.53 m (37.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.68 m (12.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 382 Grand Large and Dufour 385 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Dufour 385 Grand Large is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The Dufour 385 Grand Large was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the Dufour 382 Grand Large measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Dufour 385 Grand Large at 11.53m (37.8ft) with a 3.68m beam. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is 0.02m longer than the Dufour 385 Grand Large. The Dufour 382 Grand Large displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 382 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 385 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.05 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 382 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 382 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Dufour 385 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large and 30.3% for the Dufour 385 Grand Large, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 382 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The Dufour 385 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 385 Grand Large is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Dufour 382 Grand Large has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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